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title: "P2017/1145/NE - Postal Services for First Class Mail"
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buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2017-05-05"
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# P2017/1145/NE - Postal Services for First Class Mail

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-93c0eeb2-fce3-4851-8cb2-a54fd85b4208

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Darlington Borough Council involves the direct award of a contract for postal services under the title "P2017/1145/NE - Postal Services for First Class Mail." This procurement falls within the postal services industry category and is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 29 March 2017. The awarded contract, valued at £80,000, commenced on 1 April 2017 and is set to end on 31 March 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the postal and logistics sectors, particularly those capable of providing reliable first-class mailing services. Companies specialising in postal services and those looking to expand their client base within the public sector may find this contract aligns with their growth strategies. As this was a direct award, it suggests that competition may be limited, potentially allowing well-prepared suppliers to secure lucrative contracts with the council.

## Notice

Postal Services for First Class Mail - Direct Award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d7b2c2-a69a-44bf-92a4-eb7362ce6c58 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROYAL MAIL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64110000 - Postal services

## Release History

- 5 May 2017 at 13:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d7b2c2-a69a-44bf-92a4-eb7362ce6c58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d7b2c2-a69a-44bf-92a4-eb7362ce6c58
  5th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.darlington.gov.uk

## Provenance

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